Job description

JOB
The City of Coral Gables, Florida, The City Beautiful, a progressive, international, coastal and historic City is seeking a highly qualified professional who is inspired by interesting challenges of an established, but dynamic community for the position of Part-Time School Crossing Guard. The City has a population of 51,000 residents, has a vibrant downtown and is home to the University of Miami. It is proud to be ranked by Forbes.com ninth out of America's Top 25 Towns to Live Well and America's sixth most successful walkable suburb by the Wall Street Journal.SELECTION PROCESS: STEP 1: APPLY ONLINESubmit an online application. Please be sure to fully answer each question on the online application. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. STEP 2: PANEL INTERVIEWApplicants who meet the minimum requirements and police standards may be selected to participate in a panel interview. STEP 3: EXTENDED BACKGROUND and REVIEW PROCESSApplicants who pass the panel interview may be selected to move into the Extended Background phase of the selection process. During this phase, candidates undergo an background investigation and participate in the following exams: polygraph, medical and Urine/toxicology. Applicants who successfully complete the Extended Background phase are presented to the Hiring Review Board. The Board has the authority to approve or reject the hire of a candidate. DURATION OF SELECTION PROCESS: The duration of the selection process is approximately 2 to 4 months from the date of the interview. Applicants must pass each phase of the selection process to the satisfaction of the The City of Coral Gables to be considered for employment.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Coral Gables operates under a commission/manager form of government and is well known for its active and involved citizenry. The Part-Time School Crossing Guard will be responsible for the safety of school children while crossing streets to and from school.Tentative Work Schedule: >Mornings 7am to 9am (Monday - Friday) >Afternoons 1pm to 3pm (Wednesday Only) >Afternoons 2pm to 4pm (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)Approximately 20 hours per week. ***Work hours vary as crossing guards do not report to work during non-school days and summer months.***Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesDirects traffic at school crossings.Supervision of children in crossing streets and roads maintaining control of children while waiting at school bus stops, all with emphasis on safety.Performs other related tasks as required.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of traffic signal functions. Knowledge of basic safety procedures. Ability to use good judgement in overseeing of children. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Physical Requirements Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, sit, stand, hear, hands to fingers dexterity, handle, feel or operate objects, read and write English. Work is performed outdoors. Exposure to extreme temperatures, various hazards, noise, heights and dust are common. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must obtain the Crossing Guard Certificate issued by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).Must be able to successfully pass a thorough background in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The City of Coral Gables is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace.

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